Author Guest: Dess Terentjeva

In honor of Pride Week, Tapiola Library welcomes Dess Terentjeva, known for their pride-themed books, for an interview.

Through the interview you get the opportunity to delve into Terentjeva’s diverse body of work, which addresses both classic and contemporary themes. The books cover topics such as identity, multiculturalism, love, and people’s w, you’ll have the opporways of categorizing themselves and others.

Information about accessibility

Address of the venue: Kulttuuriaukio 2, 02100 Espoo

Is there sign language interpretation at the event?

Will your event be streamed, or is there an opportunity to participate remotely?

Are there accessible parking spaces near the entrance?

2 accessible parking spaces are located outdoors more than 10 meters from the entrance. The width of each parking space is less than 3.6 meters.

Is there space for drop-off traffic (taxi/charter taxi) to stop in front of the entrance?

Yes

Is the route to the entrance accessible? An accessible route means that the pathway is level, hard-surfaced, and has a gentle slope.

Yes

Is the entrance accessible?

Yes

Is it possible to access all areas of the event without barriers?

Yes

Is there a functional induction loop in the event space and necessary signage?

Does the event space have an accessible restroom that meets accessibility requirements?

Yes

Other considerations regarding accessibility:

The drop-off point for passenger traffic is located near the entrance (distance not exceeding 5 meters), providing smooth access to the entrance. The pathway to the entrance is smooth, wide enough, and illuminated.

Main entrance:

The entrance is clearly marked and illuminated.
There is a canopy above the entrance.
The entrance doors are clearly marked, and the glass doors have contrast markings.
There is sufficient space for movement outside the door, including with a wheelchair.
The door opens automatically with a motion sensor.
There are thresholds over 2 cm high at the entrance.

Entrance “Door facing the Central Pool”:

The pathway to this entrance is guided, smooth, wide enough, and illuminated.
The entrance is clearly marked and illuminated.
There is a canopy above the entrance.
The entrance doors are clearly marked, and the glass doors have contrast markings.
There is sufficient space for movement outside the door, including with a wheelchair.
The door is heavy or otherwise difficult to open.
There are thresholds over 2 cm high at the entrance.
The service point is located on the same floor as this entrance.

Indoor facilities:

The service point is located on the same floor as the entrance.
The doors to the service point are clearly marked.
There is an accessible restroom marked on the same floor as the service point.
However, the restroom does not have enough space for a wheelchair, and its door is too narrow.

If you need more detailed information about accessibility in the event space, you can contact the space contact person.

Contact person for accessibility matters

Name: Miika Miettunen

Email: miika.miettunen@espoo.fi

Phone number: +358438253747